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I have a something at the bottom of my back, a few inches left of my spine. when i press in hard enough, it feels like a bone to me. it seems to have shrunk or went down in swelling. should i be concerned? maybe get seen?

Q: i have a something at the bottom of my back, a few inches left of my spine. when i press in hard enough, it feels like a bone to me. it seems to have shrunk or went down in swelling. should i be concerned? maybe get seen?

: This is most likely a cyst. It can hurt if it was infected &amp; it sounds like you have no pain. The fact that it is shrinking is good news &amp;suggests spontaneous resolution. If it persists, enlarges or is painful, you should see your doctor.

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Dr. Parin Winter answered

This is most likely a cyst. It can hurt if it was infected & it sounds like you have no pain. The fact that it is shrinking is good news &suggests spontaneous resolution. If it persists, enlarges or is painful, you should see your doctor.

Answered 4/10/2022

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Yes , I would definitely have it examined to get a definitive diagnosis. Good Luck

Answered 4/13/2022

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A member asked:

I have a something at the bottom of my back, a few inches left of my spine. when i press in hard enough, it feels like a bone to me. it seems to have shrunk or went down in swelling. should i be concerned? maybe get seen?

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